I will spring clean my skincare
Clear out your skincare like you clear out your wardrobe. Does it smell? Chuck it out! Has it changed colour or separated? Bin it! A big spring clean will help you avoid buying things you don't need and say goodbye to things you don't use anymore.

I will learn how to do sexy eyes
Kate Moss mastered the art of sexy eyeliner years ago – now it's your turn. Using Diorshow waterproof eyeliner she says: "The way I do mine is to apply it, smudge it then reapply it. It's taken years of practice". Do it like Kate and smudge your liner close into your lash line using a sponge applicator or your ring finger. You'll get a sexy, rock chick look in minutes.

I will find the right foundation
How on earth do you find the right foundation? Treat it like skincare – what does your skin need? More moisture? Oil-control? A healthy glow? If you have good skin, go for light coverage to even-out skin tone. If you have problem skin, follow with a good concealer to go over problem areas.

I will fight my acne
Take control of your skincare this year. Suffering from breakouts and spots? A good spot-zapper containing benzoyl peroxide will help to treat spots and look out for scrubs and facial washes containing salicylic acid (a natural fruit acid) – another hard-working pimple fighter.

I shall not forget to exfoliate
Smooth, sexy skin isn't just for summer, and if you love to fake a tan, then exfoliating isn't an option, it's a must! Exfoliate your entire body at least twice a week using a bath mitt and you'll be rewarded with silky, glowy skin. We love The Body Shop's budget-friendly Body Loofah Mitt (£5, thebodyshop.co.uk)

I will look younger for longer
If there's one thing that will help you look younger for longer it's less sun. Always use a good SPF, especially when on holiday, because less sun damage means less wrinkles and pigmentation and a youthful glow for longer.

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I will learn how to rock the nail art trend
Rocking any type of nail art this year will keep you ahead of the fash-pack, guaranteed. Practice makes perfect so get your hands on a kit to help you master the art – try Orly Instant Artist Starter Kit, £23.20, lookfantastic.com - a great way to get through January in style!

I will vamp up my lashes and brows
Full-flutter lashes and power brows are two trends set to spill into 2012. You can thicken your brows Brooke Shields style with a growth serum like M2Brows (£133, harrods.com) – it's not cheap but studies have shown impressive growth in just a four-six weeks. There are others on the market too.

I will clean my face before bed every night
Yes, you've heard it before – collapsing into bed without cleaning your face is a total no-no. If you don't clean away the day's dirt and dust you're creating the perfect environment for spots and breakouts. Be kind and be clean!

I will banish dry skin
Fact: Scaly skin is not sexy! Use an oil-rich body moisturiser or body butter EVERY time you get out of the bath or shower and you'll stay dewy and smooth. And don't slap it on half-heartedly, if you really massage it in, you'll boost blood flow and help the product absorb better.

I will spa at home
Feeling poor? Suffering from January blues? Get a pampered, spa-like glow at home without spending a fortune – try a 20-minute bath before bed using an indulgent, relaxing bath oil or treat your feet to a DIY pedicure once a month

I will say no to sunbeds
Did you know sunbeds are now illegal for under 18s? Frazzling under a sunbed is just not cool. Not only will it speed up saggy, wrinkled skin but you'll increase the risk of developing melanoma – the second most common cancer for 15-34 year olds. Read more about sunbeds and cancer at sunsmart.org.uk

I will get enough zzzs
Forget expensive anti-ageing creams - sleep is one of the best beauty treatments for your skin – and it's free! "When you sleep all the cells in your body repair and recover. During the night your skin is restored from the harmful effects of daily stress," says Sammy Margo author of The Good Sleep Guide. She also says the growth hormones released during the night are the secret to luminous skin. Time for an early night!

I will feed my skin with a superfood a day
You don't need a difficult diet to feed your body healthy, nutritious foods. Try adding one superfood to your diet a day like grating raw, vitamin-packed beetroot into your salad, sprinkling seeds onto your cereal or roasting sweet potatoes and butternut squash for a vitamin-C boost.

I will wash my makeup brushes once a month
Dirty brushes mean one thing – bacteria on your skin. So make it a habit to clean your brushes regularly. You can buy a special brush cleaning solution or use a gentle shampoo. Lather up, swirl the brush in the palm of your hand in the soapy water and rub the bristles between your finger tips to really get them clean. Rinse and lay them on a towel to dry out. Easy!

I will detox my tan
Say goodbye to fake tan nightmares by doing what Victoria Beckham did this year and that's turn down the colour of your tan. She still looks uber glamorous but with a natural looking glow rather than a fluro-orange flush.

I will go green and try a beauty-oil
Now is the time to release the green goddess in you as green beauty products are more sophisticated and impressive than ever before. Try a beauty oil - such as Ila Face Oil for Glowing Radiance (£56.40, ila-spa.com) - to nourish dry and irritated skin, ideal if you're suffering from troublesome winter skin.

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